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Lincoln Aviator I 4.6 i V8 32V (306 Hp)
Overall Rating
Lincoln Aviator:
The Lincoln Aviator is a mid-size, three-row luxury SUV manufactured and marketed under the Lincoln brand of Ford Motor Company — and now in its second generation, with a hiatus from 2006 to 2020.
The first generation Aviator was manufactured for 2003–2005 model years as a rebadged variant of the third generation Ford Explorer — and assembled at the now-closed St. Louis Assembly in Hazelwood, Missouri, alongside the Explorer and Mountaineer.
For the 2020 model year, Lincoln reintroduced the Aviator as a badge engineered variant of the sixth generation Ford Explorer manufactured at Chicago Assembly and offered with a plug-in hybrid variant....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Overview:
Lincoln Aviator (I). With 406 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2240 kg, it’s on the heavier side. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10 s). The top speed reaches 180 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
The Lincoln Aviator I was primarily sold in the North American market and was not tested by Euro NCAP. It featured standard safety equipment for its time, including ABS and multiple airbags.
4.6 i V8 32V (306 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers strong V8 power for effortless cruising, though 0-100 km/h acceleration is merely adequate for its class at 10 seconds.
Fuel Economy
Very high fuel consumption, especially in urban settings (18.1 l/100 km), making it an expensive daily driver.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Powerful and smooth 4.6L V8 engine
- • Luxurious and comfortable 7-seater interior for its time
- • Available All-Wheel Drive (AWD) for improved traction
- • Refined ride quality suitable for long journeys
- • Distinctive Lincoln styling
Cons:
- • Very poor fuel economy across all trims
- • Dated interior technology by modern standards
- • Relatively high running costs for maintenance and fuel
- • Limited cargo space when all three rows of seats are in use
- • Large turning radius can make city maneuvering challenging
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Lincoln |
| Model: | Aviator |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.6 i V8 32V (306 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2003 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 7 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 306 Hp @ 5750 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 66.5 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 406 Nm @ 3250 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 4601 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.7 l |
| Coolant: | 19 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 90.2 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 90 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 18.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 13.1 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 180 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.3 kg/Hp, 136.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.5 kg/Nm, 181.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2240 |
| Max. weight: | 2740 |
| Max load: | 500 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2189 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 351 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 85 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4909 mm mm |
| Width: | 1877 mm mm |
| Height: | 1800 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2889 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1547 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1554 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 245/65 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 17 |
| Front suspension | Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Transverse stabilizer |
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